Mental Health Insight
January Mental Health: Why January Isn’t a Reset, It’s a Recovery Period
By Daisy S. Vergara, LMHC January shows up with pressure.Fresh starts. Big goals. Better habits. January mental health struggles are common, even though we’re told this month should feel motivating. Most people aren’t ready for that. And nothing is wrong with you if...
You Are Not Alone: Honoring Survivors of Suicide Loss
By: Ohana Behavioral Health Team Honoring a Day of Remembrance For many, the holiday season brings a mix of emotions — moments of connection intertwined with quiet grief.International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, observed each year in November, honors those who have...
Gratitude as a Mental Health Practice This Thanksgiving Season
November often brings a mix of emotions — excitement for the holidays, but also stress, fatigue, or even grief. At Ohana Behavioral Health, we believe gratitude and mental health go hand in hand. Practicing gratitude can be a gentle reset for both mind and body,...
October and Mental Health Awareness: Why This Month Matters
By: Daisy Surjo Vergara, MS, NCC, LMHC- CEO & Founder When we think of October, we often picture cozy sweaters, pumpkins on porches, and the first crisp days of fall. But October is also a month filled with reminders about mental health. Across the U.S. and around...
Helping Kids Feel Safe in a World That Can Feel Overwhelming
By: Ohana Behavioral Health Team Helping kids cope with scary news has become a real challenge for many families this year. With a steady stream of difficult headlines, children are carrying that weight too. Whether it’s overhearing conversations, catching glimpses of...
Maternal Suicide Awareness Month: Shining a Light on a Silent Crisis
By: Daisy Surjo Vergara September is a month of many things—back-to-school routines, the start of fall, and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. What many don’t realize is that it’s also Maternal Suicide Awareness Month. This matters deeply because the leading cause of...
Change Is in the Air: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
by Ohana Behavioral Health Team September brings new routines, shorter days, and a change in the air. For some, this season feels refreshing; for others, it can feel heavy. That’s why it’s so meaningful that September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—a time to...
Back-to-School for Parents Too: Protecting Your Mental Health in the Busy Season
By Daisy S. Vergara, MS, LMHC, RPT-S When we think about back-to-school, most of the conversation centers on kids—how to help them adjust, prepare, and succeed. But here’s the truth: parents go through their own version of “back-to-school stress” every year. Between...
